Administrative Assistant

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and clerical support for the Office of Advancement and Alumni Relations
• Manage the Raiser’s Edge database, including updating donor information, posting donations, and generating reports
• Coordinate and supervise the yearly Phonathon, Alumni Connections, and Gateway Magazine
• Maintain the Director of Institutional Development, Grants and Alumni Relations' calendar and travel arrangements
• Assist in the planning and execution of University events such as the Visionaries Gala and Alumni Weekend
• Prepare meeting agendas, record minutes, and manage correspondence
• Supervise student professionals and process their timecards
• Handle sensitive and confidential information related to Advancement and Alumni Relations

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university, or 2-4 years of related experience
• Experience or training with Raiser’s Edge 7 or NXT
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
• Superior command of English grammar and spelling
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to multitask, meet deadlines, and work under stressful conditions

About the Company

Washington Adventist University (WAU) is a Christ-centered institution of higher education located in Takoma Park, Maryland. WAU supports a culture of excellence where professional expertise is valued and lasting connections are formed, all while working together to ensure the success of our students and the community.